GRE Word List

PHYSIOGNOMY

the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance

The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.

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physiologicalof or relating to physiology
missilecapable of being thrown or projected to strike a distant object
volubleeasily rolling or turning : rotating
abdicateto renounce a throne, high office, dignity, or function
amplegenerous or more than adequate in size, scope, or capacity
renegadea deserter from one faith, cause, or allegiance to another
phyluma direct line of descent within a group
dogmaticcharacterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts
codicila legal instrument made to modify an earlier will
elevationthe height to which something is elevated: such as